How to travel from Gotō Islands to Kyoto, Japan
The distance between Gotō Islands and Kyoto is around 726km (451 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 10m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Gotō Islands to Kyoto by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kyoto → Gotō Islands if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Fukue (FUJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM).
- Duration3h 10m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost¥19,030($140)
+ 1 others4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Nagasaki then take the bus to Kyōto.
- Duration14h 25m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥20,535($150)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Nagasaki then take the train to Hakata and then to Kyoto.
- Duration6h 50m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥27,655($200)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Nagasaki then drive to Kyoto.
- Duration10h 35m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥19,030($140)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gotō Islands and Kyoto
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Gotō Islands to Kyoto by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around ¥15,060 ($110) and will take around 16h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥19,030 ($140).
The distance between Gotō Islands and Kyoto is around 726km (451 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 689km (428 miles)
It takes around 6h 50m to get from Gotō Islands and Kyoto by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Gotō Islands to Kyoto is to fly which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ¥19,030 ($140).
The cheapest way to travel between Gotō Islands and Kyoto is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥15,060 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Gotō Islands and Kyoto. We recommend that you fly from Fukue (FUJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gotō Islands and Kyoto. We recommend that you fly from Fukue (FUJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Gotō Islands and Kyoto. Flights depart from Fukue (FUJ) and arrive at Osaka Itami (ITM) - via Fukuoka (FUK). The flight takes around 1h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Gotō Islands to Kyoto. There is however a flight that goes via Fukuoka (FUK). This services will take at least 3h 10m (not including layover time).
The flight from Gotō Islands to Kyoto typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Fukue (FUJ) and and arrive into Osaka Itami (ITM).
The closest major airport to Kyoto is Itami Airport (ITM) (ITM) which is approximately 38km (24 miles) from Kyoto. Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) (NGO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Gotō Islands to Kyoto. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nagasaki then take the train to Hakata and then to Kyoto. instead which will take 6h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gotō Islands to Kyoto is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 6h 50m and will usually cost around ¥27,655 ($200).
Compare travel optionsbetween Gotō Islands and Kyoto
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 3h 10m | ¥19,030($140) | every 30 mins | 726km (451 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 4h 35m | ¥28,885($210) | 4 times a day | 749km (465 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Train | 4h 55m | ¥25,465($185) | 4 times a day | 768km (477 miles) |
| Ferry to Nagasaki, plane and train | 5h 5m | ¥45,725($335) | 4 times a day | 1,006km (625 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Plane | 6hrs | ¥28,885($210) | 4 times a day | 797km (496 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 14h 25m | ¥20,535($150) | once daily | 930km (578 miles) |
| Ferry to Sasebo Station, bus | 16h 25m | ¥15,060($110) | once daily | 893km (555 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 6h 50m | ¥27,655($200) | 4 times a day | 865km (537 miles) |
| Ferry to Sasebo Station, train | 8hrs | ¥23,685($175) | twice daily | 803km (499 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 10h 35m | ¥19,030($140) | 4 times a day | 883km (548 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Gotō Islands and Kyoto
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Oriental Air Bridge
Ibex Airlines
Bus companies
Kintetsu Bus
Nishitetsu
Willer Express
Ferry operators
Kyuushuu Shosen
Train operators
Airports near Kyoto
The following major airports near Kyoto offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Itami Airport (ITM)
- Distance
- 38km (24 miles) from Kyoto
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 80km (50 miles) from Kyoto
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
- Distance
- 97km (61 miles) from Kyoto